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Personal Trainer Certification

The NETA, NCCA accredited Certified Personal Trainer Certification is designed for trainers who wish to instruct clients individually or in small groups. Becoming NETA certified can be an important stride in becoming recognized as a competent fitness professional. NETA certified personal trainers learn how to safely challenge and motivate clients to reach their fitness goals. The curriculum and exams are continuously updated to stay on the cutting edge of the fitness industry. Topics include:

  • NCCA AccreditedExercise Science
  • Health & Fitness Assessments
  • Exercise Programming for Healthy Adults
  • Exposure to Cardiovascular & Strength Training Equipment
  • Dynamics of Communication & Leadership Skills

Attaining the NETA NCCA accredited, Personal Trainer Certification demonstrates to potential employers your commitment to the profession.

NETA offers 2 options to become certified:

  1. Attend a 2-day exam preparation workshop and receive 14 hours of lecture, demonstrations and practical hands-on applications. Workshop participants gain the technical knowledge and leadership skills needed to implement effective, motivational and safe exercise programming for clients.
  2. Utilize the “Test Only” option and challenge the exam at over 500 Comira Testing Centers all across the US.

NETA provides extensive learning and exam preparation materials to make learning efficient, effective and enjoyable.

**Note NETA does not require one to attend a workshop or to purchase NETA study materials to be eligible to take the Personal Trainer Certification exam. Exam only options are available at Comira Testing Centers with over 500 locations across the US.

Fees

Early Bird* $349
Standard $399
On-site $409
*Early bird discount if you register 30 days prior to workshop

Register now!

Times Saturday: Check-in @ 7:45 am, Workshop @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: Workshop @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
End times may vary depending on class size.
Credits 14 NETA (if NETA Group Fitness Certified), 1.4 ACE, 11 AFAA
Materials

Recommended NETA FITNESS PROFESSIONAL'S MANUAL 2011 EDITION
Order and study the materials 30 days in advance.
This complete guide is a great study tool to prepare you for the Personal Trainer Certification exam. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, this manual contains exam topics including: Anatomy, Kinesiology, Physiology, Exercise Programming, Health & Fitness Assessments, Nutrition – and more. Nearly 300 pages. Item #135 $49.00
Order from the NETA Store.

Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER STUDY GUIDE & PRACTICE EXAM More than 100 activities including the Personal Trainer Practice Test ($10 value), labeling muscle and bones, matching, fill-in-the-blank and math problems designed to help you master the material in the NETA Fitness Professional's Manual. This is an excellent tool to prepare for the Personal Trainer workshop and certification exam. Item #16 $25.00
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Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER PRACTICE EXAM Item #15 $10.00
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Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER EXAM PREP DVD SET Great for aspiring and seasoned personal trainers, it is designed to work in conjunction with the NETA Fitness Professional Manual for preparation to take NETA's NCCA Accredited National Personal Trainer Certification Exam.

The 4 disc DVD set includes:

- Power Point Lecture
- 75 Practical Exercises
- Live Workshop Presentation

Item #150 $99.00
Order from the NETA Store.

Recommended PERSONAL TRAINER PRACTICE EXAM 50 Questions. Item #15 $10.00
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Recommended EXERCISE SCIENCE HOME STUDY COURSE Item #966 $39.00
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NETA-PTCB
- Candidate Handbook (PDF)
- Policies & Procedures (PDF)
- Practice Analysis Development & Validation (PDF)
- Examination Technical Report (PDF)
- Re-certification Handbook (PDF)
- Summary of Certification Activities (PDF)
- NCCA Certificate accrediting NETA (PDF)

Prerequisite Proof of current CPR or provide proof after exam to receive certificate.
 
Test Only
Options

Register for the Test Only. Available at Comira testing Centers' 500 lcoations across the U.S. For details, call 1-800-237-6242. Does not include workshop.

Personal Trainer Certification Test Only
Item #899 $249

NETA is an affiliate of the National Board of Fitness Examiners providing you with preparation for NBFE's Personal Training Exam.

 
Exam Results can take up to 30 days to receive by USPS First Class Mail. Results cannot be emailed, faxed, or given over the phone.

Personal Trainer Study Guide (PDF)

Cancellation and Refund Policy

For more information, see FAQs on Getting Certified.  

Personal Trainer Exam Prep DVD Set
> New! Personal Trainer Exam Prep DVD Set
NETA's popular Personal Trainer workshop is now available in the comfort of your own home. Available in the NETA Store.

 

> Test Only Option

Test only option at over 500 testing centers nation-wide. For details, call 1-800-237-6242.

 
NETA's Personal Trainer Certification is now  accredited by NCCA!
 
IDEA PFT Approved
 

NETA is nationally recognized and a proud member of the following professional standards organizations:

NBFE

IHRSA

NOCA